PM-Manager Project Manager (Global)-Shenzhen

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

• Manage the delivery of procurement projects from initiation through execution and completion.
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk registers to ensure effective project delivery.
• Coordinate resources across functional teams and suppliers to meet project objectives.
• Track progress against milestones, manage issues, and implement corrective actions as required.
• Ensure alignment with procurement policies, governance standards, and company objectives.

Supplier & Sourcing Project Support

• Support supplier onboarding, qualification, and transition projects.
• Collaborate with Category and Sourcing teams on cost reduction, supplier consolidation, and process improvement initiatives.
• Monitor supplier performance and compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.

Stakeholder & Communication Management

• Act as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on project status and deliverables.
• Provide clear and timely updates to the Vice President of Global Direct Procurement and relevant teams.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings, workshops, and project reviews.

Risk & Compliance Management

• Identify and mitigate project risks, including supply continuity, financial exposure, and regulatory or operational risks.
• Ensure adherence to trade compliance, ESG, and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and dashboards for project tracking and review.

PMO & Continuous Improvement Support

• Contribute to the development and adoption of standard project management methodologies and tools within the Global Procurement PMO.
• Capture lessons learned and support process improvements across procurement projects.
• Collaborate with other Project Managers and teams to share best practices and knowledge.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Third-level degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Procurement, or a related discipline.
• 3–7 years’ experience in project management within Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, or Manufacturing in a global environment.
• Experience managing projects involving supplier transitions, sourcing, or operational improvements.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and category management principles.
• Project management training or certification (PMP, PRINCE2, IPMA, Agile, or Lean PM).
• Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools and systems (MS Project, Smartsheet, SAP/Oracle, Ariba, Coupa, Power BI, Excel).
• Strong command of English (Written and Oral)

Desirable

• Lean/Six Sigma Green or Black Belt training.
• Experience with ESG, supplier sustainability, or responsible sourcing initiatives.
• Knowledge of supply chain risk management and strategic procurement frameworks.
• Experience in regulated industries (medical device, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, automotive, etc.).

Core Competencies

• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Analytical and problem-solving capability
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
• Commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach
• Adaptability to dynamic and cross-cultural environments

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Based at Vertiv Office, Shenzhen, China.
• International travel approximately 25% depending on project requirements (supplier sites, workshops, or cross-functional meetings).